BMW M5 Owner's Handbook Manual page 103

Sport seat
Pull the lever on the front of the seat and adjust
the thigh support forwards or backwards.
Lumbar support
Principle
The curvature of the backrest can be changed in
such a way that the lumbar region, the lordosis, is
supported. The upper edge of the pelvis and the
spinal column are supported to encourage an
upright posture.
To adjust
▷ Press the button at the front/
rear:
The curvature is increased/
decreased.
▷ Press the button at the top/
bottom:
The curvature is shifted up‐
wards/downwards.
Backrest width
Principle
To adjust the backrest width can improve lateral
support when taking corners.
General
To change the width of the backrest, the side
cushions of the backrest can be adjusted.
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
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Temporarily, the backrest width opens com‐
pletely to facilitate getting into and out of the ve‐
hicle.
To adjust
▷ Press the button at the front:
Backrest width is reduced.
▷ Press the button at the rear:
Backrest width is increased.
Shoulder support
Principle
The shoulder support supports the back in the
shoulder region. When adjusted correctly, it en‐
sures a relaxed seating position, and reduces
strain on the shoulder muscles.
General
If the driver's door is opened when the drive-
ready state is switched off, the shoulder support
moves into the standard position.
To adjust
▷ Press the button at the front:
The shoulder support is tilted forwards.
▷ Press the button at the rear:
The shoulder support is tilted backwards.
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